RFB-153-26 CHFS - OAK - Relocate Basement Transformer

The Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS) has issued Request for Bid (RFB) 153-26, seeking a contractor to relocate and replace basement transformers at the Oakwood facility in Somerset, Kentucky. The project involves comprehensive electrical infrastructure modifications, including replacing existing medium voltage substations with new pad-mounted transformers on building exteriors, installing new 120/208V panelboards inside, performing selective demolition, establishing new service entrances, and reconnecting existing panel feeder circuits. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for December 18, 2025, at 12:00 P.M. ET, located at 2441 S Highway 27, Somerset, where contractors will meet with Jason Keith at the 600 building. Bidders must exclusively submit responses through the Commonwealth's eProcurement system, with bids due January 13, 2026, at 1:30 P.M. ET. A public bid reading will occur via conference call at 3:00 P.M. ET on the bid opening date, and interested contractors must register in the Vendor Self Service (VSS) system, allowing 24-48 hours for account activation.

No specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises were explicitly mentioned in the procurement documents. The project specifications and drawings are available at no cost through the Kentucky Plan Room, accessible via https://www.stateofkyplanroom.com, with customer service provided by Lynn Imaging. Key project contacts include Architect Aaron Hall (N3D), Project Manager Greg Schenck, Agency Representative John Shramm (CHFS), and Purchasing Agent Janis Wilhoite. Bidders are required to enter $0.00 in the eProcurement system, with the actual contract amount submitted in the Official Bid Document attachment. While a specific budget range was not disclosed, contractors interested in the project can obtain additional information by contacting the procurement team through the specified channels, including the Customer Resource Center at Finance.CRCGroup@ky.gov or by calling 502-564-9641 or the toll-free number 877-973-4357 for eProcurement system assistance.